유네스코 세계문화유산 지정 룩셈부르크 보크의 포대, 재개장
룩셈부르크 관광의 하이라이트인 보크 포대(Cassemate du Bock)가 겨울 시즌 동안의 휴장을 마치고 오는 2019년 3월 1일부로 재개장했다. 보크 포대는 룩셈부르크 남쪽의 헌법광장 지하에 있는 포대 유적으로, 세계문화유산으로 등록되었으며 지하도 중 17km는 일반에게 공개되고 있다.
UNESCO World Heritage underground galleries reopen for visitors
The casemates are closely linked to Luxembourg’s history: they were built as part of the fortifications that a few centuries ago turned the capital city into one of the most powerful emplacements in the world, the “Gibraltar of the North”. As of 1 March, the casemates are once again open for visitors.
04-03-2019
casematesDuring their heyday, the Luxembourg fortifications included three fortified rings with 24 forts, 16 other strong defensive works and a unique network of underground galleries extending over 23 kilometres. These casemates could house thousands of soldiers and their horses. They also hosted workshops, kitchens, bakeries and slaughterhouses.
After Luxembourg’s declaration of neutrality in 1867 most of the defence structures were demolished, but 17 kilometres of tunnels still remain. Today, the casemates and the ruins of the original fortress are listed on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Tens of thousands of visitors come every year to enjoy these unique galleries and the beautiful view of the picturesque Grund and Clausen districts in the valley below.
On 1 March, the casemates opened their doors again after the winter break. Visitors can walk around on their own or join the guided tours that will start on 1 April.
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